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This Compendium provides attorneys, advocates, and survivors of domestic violence (DV) with brief descriptions of some of the most relevant California laws affecting DV survivors and their families. These include statutes, constitutional provisions, and resolutions—which can be found online. (https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/codes ...
FVAP works to change California law, using the appellate court system to set new legal precedent that prioritizes the safety and well-being of survivors and their children. Our Vision: A California free from domestic violence.
Jul 24, 2023 · But in California, it is technically possible for a family member to face criminal charges for emotional abuse as well as juvenile proceedings for abuse and/or neglect related to the emotional abuse to minors. Does this mean that you or your family member might go to jail for saying the wrong thing?
Dec 19, 2023 · In-depth analysis of California's approach to juvenile domestic violence cases, covering the legal process, from charges to rehabilitation options.
California law requires a person under 18 years of age to obtain consent from at least one parent or guardian and permission in the form of a court order. Granting permission for a minor to marry or establish a domestic partnership is entirely within the discretion of the court.
Jan 8, 2019 · In California, domestic violence legally occurs when there is abuse or threats of abuse against people who are: Married or registered domestic partners. Divorced or separated. Dating or used to date. Living together or used to live together (but more than just roommates) Closely related (parent, child, brother, sister, grandmother, etc)
The juvenile domestic violence court, sometimes called dating violence or youth violence court, focuses on youth who have committed violence in the context of a specific relationship.
